“
I am 22 with a good job. There was a lot of self-motivation but I wouldn’t have got where I am without the people that have helped me.
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- Ready for Work client,Former rough sleeper

Our achievements

Ready for Work has supported over 9,000 people since 2001.

Over 3,700 people have gained employment from the programme.

On average, 310 Ready for Work graduates move into employment each year

Currently 56% of our programme participants gain work following their placement

78% of those that move into a job sustain work for over three months

And research has shown that it’s not just the individual that benefits - Ready for Work provides £3.12 in benefit to society for every £1 invested. By helping people to improve their lives by moving into employment, Ready for Work creates savings for the taxpayer through reduced costs of homelessness, crime, benefits and healthcare. This amounts to over £3.2m of benefit over 5 years for every one year's investment in the programme.

What we ask

“
Ready for Work is an incredibly positive programme. It removes both perceived and practical barriers to work... it improves people's confidence and attitude.
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- Alex,Keyworker at Justlife in Manchester

We ask businesses to make a real difference to the lives of people who have experienced disadvantage, whether due to homelessness or experiences of the criminal justice or care systems. A route into employment, Ready for Work offers a lasting path out of social exclusion.

We ask businesses to join our existing network of 150 supporting organisations to provide training, work placements and volunteers to act as job coaches and buddies.

In 20 locations across the UK and Ireland, we engage businesses at each stage of the programme to give people the skills and experience they need to gain work:

What we offer

Ready for Work is a tried and tested national model. We offer business practical opportunities to get involved , a national infrastructure and support to seriously tackle the issues affecting their communities.

Plus, there are proven businesses benefits too. Ready for Work provides opportunities for personal and professional development for employee volunteers, cost-effective recruitment and stronger links with the local community.